Vifdam Park (Vifdam Anlægget), Kolding
A compact lakeside neighbourhood park in Kolding, where an artificial lake, play areas and quiet paths turn a dense residential quarter into an easy everyday escape.
Tucked into a dense residential quarter just west of central Kolding, Vifdam Park (Vifdam Anlægget) is a compact neighbourhood green space built around a 5,000 m² artificial lake. Paths loop the water, linking lawns, trees, and play areas with ball courts and small activity buildings. Designed as a family-friendly everyday park rather than a grand attraction, it offers local residents a calm slice of nature, informal sports space and easy outdoor relaxation only minutes from the city centre.
A brief summary to Vifdam park
- Kolding, 6000, DK
- Duration: 0.5 to 2 hours
- Free
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Outdoor
- Mobile reception: 4 out of 5
Local tips
- Bring a simple picnic or takeaway snack; the park itself has no café, but benches and grassy banks around the lake make inviting spots to sit and eat.
- Visit in the early evening when local residents are out for walks and play, giving you a good feel for Kolding’s everyday neighbourhood life.
- If you are visiting with children, allow time for the playgrounds and ball field; lightweight toys such as a football or Frisbee work well here.
- The paths are generally flat, but can be damp or slightly slippery after rain, so comfortable, closed shoes are recommended year-round.
For the on-the-go comforts that matter to you
- Seating Areas
- Trash Bins
- Information Boards
Getting There
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Walk from central Kolding
From the central shopping streets of Kolding, reaching Vifdam Park on foot typically takes 10–15 minutes at a relaxed pace. The route follows ordinary city pavements with mild gradients, suitable for most visitors including families with strollers. Surfaces are mainly asphalt and paving slabs, and crossings are signalised or clearly marked. Walking is free and works in most weather conditions, though the experience is more pleasant in dry or mildly wet weather.
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Local city bus within Kolding
Several of Kolding’s city bus lines run through the inner districts, with stops within about a 5–10 minute walk of Vifdam Park. Typical journey times from the central bus hubs to this neighbourhood are around 5–10 minutes, depending on the line and time of day, with services usually running every 15–30 minutes during daytime. A single adult ticket within the city generally costs in the range of 20–30 DKK and can be bought via ticket machines, apps or on board where available. Buses are a good choice in wet or cold weather and offer step-free access on many vehicles.
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Bicycle from across Kolding
Kolding is a bike-friendly city, and Vifdam Park is easily reached by bicycle from most central neighbourhoods in about 5–15 minutes. The approach uses a mix of cycle lanes, calm residential streets and shared paths with moderate gradients. Cycling is free if you have your own bike; rental bikes in the city typically cost from about 100–150 DKK per day. This option suits visitors comfortable with urban cycling and offers flexible access throughout the year, though it is less pleasant in strong wind or heavy rain.
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Car within Kolding
Driving from central Kolding to the Vifdam area usually takes about 5–10 minutes, depending on traffic. There are parking areas on nearby streets and at Vifdam’s dedicated parking facilities, some of which allow free parking or time-limited stays; always check local signs for current rules. Fuel costs are the main expense for a short intra-city trip, as there is no entrance or parking fee specific to the park itself under normal conditions. This option is convenient for visitors with mobility challenges or those travelling with equipment, but spaces can be busier during peak local hours.
Vifdam park location weather suitability
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Discover more about Vifdam park
A lakeside pocket of green in urban Kolding
Vifdam Park, also known as Vifdam Anlægget, is a small yet surprisingly varied neighbourhood park set amid apartment blocks and side streets just outside Kolding’s compact centre. The heart of the park is a broad artificial lake of about 5,000 square metres, a sheet of water that instantly changes the feel of the area from urban to almost lakeside village. Open lawns, modest groves of trees and gently curving paths are all arranged to keep the water in view, so you are never far from a glimpse of ripples and reflections. Despite its modest size, the park acts as a kind of common backyard for nearby residents. Children spill out from surrounding streets to run on the grass, cut across the park on their way to school, or linger at the play equipment, while adults use the paths for short strolls and dog walks. At busy times of day, the lake functions as an informal meeting point where neighbours chat on benches or by the railings, giving the space a quietly sociable atmosphere.From 1980s redesign to everyday retreat
The origins of the present layout date to a redesign in the early 1980s, when this green pocket was shaped into a more nature-inspired neighbourhood park with better path connections through the district. The artificial lake, once a central engineering feature, was embraced as an amenity in its own right, and the surrounding embankments, lawns and plantings were reworked to feel softer and more organic. Over time, maturing trees have added shade and birdlife, and the water now feels like a settled part of the local landscape rather than a new intervention. This history explains the slightly eclectic mix of elements you see today: older activity buildings and play installations from the late twentieth century sit alongside more recent tweaks to planting and surfaces. Rather than a showpiece, Vifdam Park is a practical, evolving space that has been quietly folding itself into the daily routines of the neighbourhood for decades.Life around the artificial lake
The lake shapes almost every experience here. On still days it mirrors balconies and rooftops, turning the skyline into an impressionist painting broken by ducks and coots tracing slow wakes. On windy afternoons the water chops into small grey waves as clouds race overhead, giving the park a slightly wilder character despite its urban setting. In summer, grassy banks become impromptu picnic spots, and you may notice the soundscape shift from distant traffic to the murmur of conversations and children’s laughter. At path level, there is a sense of gentle movement. Joggers loop the shoreline, prams roll steadily across compacted paths, and cyclists occasionally cut through on their way to other parts of the city. Simple benches and sitting spots are positioned to catch sunlight or look across the widest stretch of water, making it easy to pause with a book, a coffee or just a few minutes of quiet observation.Play, sport and simple outdoor fun
Vifdam Park’s design leans toward active use without feeling like a formal sports facility. A ball field provides a casual arena for football or other games, while pockets of playground equipment keep younger children occupied close to the water yet safely separated by railings and paths. Nearby activity buildings and shelters host everything from informal meet-ups to small-scale community uses, especially on long summer evenings. Because the park is stitched into a dense residential area, it supports short, repeated visits rather than full-day outings. A quick late-afternoon kickabout, a half-hour at the swings or a sunset walk by the water are more typical here than elaborate picnics or big gatherings. This rhythm gives the park a relaxed, lived-in character: it feels less like a destination and more like a convenient extension of people’s homes.Seasonal moods and local character
In spring and early summer, new leaves and longer light transform Vifdam Park into a bright, fresh-feeling space where the lake glints between branches and birds make full use of the water and tree cover. Autumn brings more dramatic colours in the surrounding plantings, with leaves scattering over the paths and drifting along the lake’s edge. On crisp winter days, bare branches frame the water and occasional frost adds a subtle sparkle to grass and railings. Throughout the year, the park’s strongest quality is its accessibility. Path gradients are generally gentle, the layout is straightforward, and the compact footprint makes it easy to orient yourself quickly. For visitors to Kolding, it offers a revealing glimpse of everyday local life beyond the main sights and shopping streets: a place where the city slows down, neighbours greet each other by the water, and a small artificial lake anchors a whole micro-neighbourhood around its calm surface.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Saint Nicolas Church
0.5 km
Kolding’s oldest church, where medieval roots, Renaissance artistry, and daily parish life meet under a red-brick neo‑Gothic tower.
Borchs Gård
0.6 km
A vividly painted Renaissance townhouse from 1595, Borchs Gård brings Kolding’s mercantile past to life on the edge of lively Akseltorv square.
Milling Hotel Saxildhus
0.8 km
Neo-Gothic English church set by Copenhagen’s Churchill Park and Kastellet, famed for its stained-glass windows, flint architecture, and tranquil atmosphere.
Kolding St.
0.9 km
The compact rail and bus hub that delivers you straight into Kolding’s mix of castle-topped history, cobbled streets and fjord-side modern design.
Saint Michaels Church
1.0 km
A modest 19th-century Catholic red-brick church in central Kolding, offering quiet reflection, intimate architecture and a glimpse of Denmark’s Catholic life.
Villa Gertrud - Bed & Breakfast
1.1 km
St Alban’s Church is Copenhagen’s only Anglican church—an elegant Neo-Gothic landmark in Churchill Park, celebrated for its English architectural charm and tranquil location.
Fredericia Vold
19.9 km
Northern Europe's best-preserved fortress ramparts, where 370 years of Danish military history meets urban parkland.
Troldborg Ring
21.9 km
Iron Age refuge fortress on a wooded hilltop, where grassy ramparts, “Devil’s Valley” slopes and wide views over Vejle Ådal bring deep Danish history to life.
Vejle Vindmølle
23.1 km
Historic windmill turned art gallery with panoramic city views and rotating contemporary exhibitions.
VisitVejle
23.9 km
Explore Andelstrappen and Fortællegyngestolen in Odense: A fusion of nature's beauty and rich literary heritage.
The Midgård Well
24.3 km
A coiled Norse serpent, a quiet city fountain and a whole mythic world wrapped into one small corner of central Vejle.
Tirsbæk Gods
26.5 km
Experience Tirsbæk Gods, an enchanting Renaissance estate on Vejle Fjord offering historic architecture, idyllic gardens, and immersive events in Denmark’s scenic countryside.
Sønderjylland Archaeology Museum
26.8 km
Discover ancient artefacts and hidden history at Sønderjylland Archaeology Museum in Haderslev—a fascinating window into Denmark's past from the Stone Age to Vikings.
Træskohage fyr
27.1 km
An awe-inspiring Gothic cathedral at the heart of Odense, steeped in royal history as Denmark’s only sainted king’s final resting place.
Jelling Mounds, Runic Stones and Church
29.3 km
Experience contemporary art in Vejle's historic 1950s vending machine gallery.
Unmissable attractions to see
St George's Garden
0.2 km
A modest neighbourhood park in Kolding, St George’s Garden offers simple lawns, trees and local life – a quiet pause between the town’s grander green spaces.
Springvandet ved slotssøbadet
0.2 km
Et moderne springvand på Slotsøens overflade, hvor vandsøjler, borgsilhuet og byliv mødes i et kort, gratis åndehul midt i Koldings historiske hjerte.
Slotssøen
0.5 km
A small castle lake with big atmosphere, Slotssøen pairs medieval walls, swans and leafy paths to create Kolding’s most quietly evocative waterside walk.
Koldinghus
0.5 km
A 750‑year‑old royal fortress reborn as an award‑winning museum, where raw brick ruins, modern timber and sweeping tower views tell the story of Denmark in one castle.
Galleri Pagter
0.5 km
Intimate gallery in the heart of Kolding showcasing distinctive Danish ceramics and graphic art in a calm, carefully curated setting.
Anne Marie Carl Nielsen
0.6 km
Intimate bronze tribute to Denmark’s trailblazing female sculptor, quietly anchoring Kolding’s central square amid markets, daily life and shifting Jutland light.
Castle Garden
0.6 km
A tranquil belt of lawns, trees and lake reflections wrapped around Koldinghus, where everyday life and 750 years of castle history share the same green hillside.
The Spanish stairs
0.6 km
A broad, tile-clad staircase with Lin Utzon’s art, the Spanish Stairs link Kolding’s old streets to its castle hill in a gently Mediterranean-feeling urban pause.
Stable Yard
0.7 km
Historic whitewashed stables turned city museum, where royal horses, design heritage and Denmark’s only preserved Gestapo cell share one atmospheric courtyard.
Kolding City Park
0.7 km
Family-friendly green oasis in central Kolding, with free seasonal boating, playgrounds and open lawns for easygoing outdoor time between city and castle.
Helligkorsgade 18
0.7 km
A beloved, free-entry family park in central Kolding featuring creative playgrounds, lakeside pedal boats, mini-golf, picnic spots, and open-air relaxation for all ages.
Søpromenaden
0.8 km
A modest lakeside ribbon where central Kolding slows down, Søpromenaden offers a quiet urban waterside walk, everyday greenery, and simple benches by the shore.
The Passage
0.8 km
Encounter the legacy of pioneering sculptor Anne Marie Carl Nielsen through this evocative public artwork in the vibrant central square of Kolding.
Legeparken
0.8 km
Large, free play park in central Kolding with lake, boats, mooncars and grills – an easygoing green playground for children of all ages and their adults.
Borgerhaven
0.8 km
A small 1930s garden tucked behind historic walls, where flowers, old brickwork and a cannonball in the gable tell Kolding’s story in a single quiet courtyard.
Essential places to dine
Resturent LE
0.2 km
Contemporary Asian cuisine in central Kolding with diverse menu and flexible service options.
Peking Grill
0.2 km
Fresh Chinese takeaway and casual dining in central Kolding with generous portions and reliable quality.
Spices of Dansborg
0.2 km
Cosy Indian restaurant on Kolding’s Låsbygade, serving aromatic curries, tandoori grills and biryanis in a warm, unhurried setting ideal for relaxed evenings.
Desi Indian Taste Kolding
0.3 km
Casual Indian–Pakistani flavours and halal-friendly comfort food served nightly on Kolding’s historic Låsbygade, ideal for easy dine-in or takeaway.
Le Restaurant Kolding
0.4 km
Casual Asian fusion dining in central Kolding, open daily with sushi, burgers, and meat specialties.
Hr & Fru Paps Vin & Tapas
0.4 km
Intimate Kolding wine bar and tapas hideaway serving Iberian-inspired small plates, candlelit atmosphere and conversational evenings in historic Låsbygade.
Madkælderen Koldinghus
0.5 km
Seasonal Danish cuisine and candlelit cellar ambience beneath the vaulted stone of Koldinghus, where modern gourmet dining meets centuries of royal castle history.
Restaurant Valdemar
0.5 km
Family-run brasserie in Kolding’s historic centre, serving hearty Danish smørrebrød by day and modern European dishes by night beside the town square.
Atami Sushi Restaurant
0.6 km
All‑you‑can‑eat sushi with tablet ordering and robot service in the heart of Kolding’s Akseltorv, blending modern Japanese flavours with a casual Danish city vibe.
Flip The Burger
0.6 km
Small, central Kolding burger joint turning out big-flavor smashed patties, hand-cut fries and easygoing dinners just steps from the main square.
Kolding food
0.6 km
Central Kolding shawarma spot serving generous grill plates, durum rolls and box meals, ideal for a quick, filling bite between shops or after a night out.
Skagen Fiskerestaurant Kolding
0.6 km
Fresh fish and shellfish with a Skagen harbour feel, served in a bright, maritime restaurant on Kolding’s historic Akseltorv market square.
Madkassen
0.6 km
Hearty pizzas, grill favorites and ice cream in the heart of Kolding, a casual local spot that fuels busy days and late nights in the city center.
Cliff food bike
0.6 km
Compact soul-food kitchen born from a roaming food bike, serving bold, comforting flavours in Kolding’s historic centre just steps from Koldinghus castle.
Restaurant Johansens
0.7 km
Refined Danish smørrebrød and modern Nordic plates in an intimate, candlelit dining room at the heart of Kolding’s historic center.
Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
NP Vin - Vin Du Coeur
0.3 km
Curated wines and professional imports in Kolding's premier wine destination.
Michella´s Frugt og Grønt v/Mahmoud Aldherej
0.5 km
Compact, colourful greengrocer in central Kolding, perfect for fresh fruit, vegetables and picnic supplies between explorations of the city’s historic streets.
byHANSEN
0.6 km
A refined neighborhood florist in central Kolding, specializing in crafted bouquets, seasonal arrangements and thoughtful floral design for life’s big and small moments.
Store No 1b ApS
0.6 km
Boutique fashion in the heart of Kolding's charming pedestrian shopping district.
Bog & idé Kolding City
0.6 km
Central Kolding’s one-stop book and gift shop, combining Danish reads, games, stationery, hobby items and handy photo services in a bright, well-organised space.
Femina Tønder ApS
0.6 km
A central Kolding women’s clothing shop offering practical, Scandinavian-inspired everyday fashion in a compact, easy-to-browse high-street space.
Filurfifi
0.6 km
A cosy Kolding design boutique filled with playful ceramics, Nordic home décor and character-inspired gifts for women, children and the home.
Janne K Kolding
0.7 km
Contemporary fashion boutique offering seasonal clothing and accessories in central Kolding.
Gundtoft KOLDING CITY
0.7 km
Elegant women's fashion in Kolding's design-forward city centre, featuring curated Danish and international brands.
DNA Kolding
0.7 km
Stylish menswear and footwear in the heart of Kolding's downtown shopping district.
Only
0.7 km
Compact, trend-focused ONLY store in central Kolding, offering accessible Scandinavian women’s fashion, strong on denim and everyday outfits for quick wardrobe updates.
Rituals
0.7 km
A softly lit Rituals boutique on Østergade in Kolding, where serene design, layered scents and thoughtful gift sets turn everyday routines into small indulgent rituals.
Kop & Kande Kolding C
0.7 km
Central Kolding’s cosy homeware and gift shop, where practical Danish kitchen design, glassware and tableware meet easy browsing on lively Helligkorsgade.
Kul og Koks
0.7 km
Intimate Kolding menswear boutique pairing Scandinavian simplicity with curated, ready-to-wear outfits for everyday life and special occasions.
HARRESØ
0.7 km
An intimate Kolding concept store where Scandinavian minimalism meets international menswear, blending gallery-like interiors with a sharply curated selection of designer brands.
Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Kontoret Øl og Vinstue
0.2 km
Atmospheric Kolding bar in a historic townhouse, pouring beer and wine in warmly lit, wood‑paneled rooms that feel like the city’s convivial living room.
Domhuset Sportsbar
0.2 km
Straightforward Kolding sports bar with darts, big screens and cold beers in a relaxed pub setting on central Låsbygade.
Rabalder Bar Kolding
0.7 km
Small, loud and laid-back, Rabalder Bar Kolding delivers sing-along hits, cheeky drink deals and late-night energy in a compact, central Kolding setting.
The Cavern
0.7 km
A cozy, low-lit lounge tucked inside Den Engelske Pub, offering intimate drinks, warm conversation and a calm escape from Kolding’s lively weekend nightlife.
The Old Irish pub
0.7 km
Kolding's premier Irish pub with live music, 300-person capacity, and weekend dancing until dawn.
Den Engelske Pub - You'll Never Walk Alone
0.7 km
British pub tradition meets Danish warmth in Kolding's heart—craft beer, whisky, and football culture.
8eren
0.8 km
Kolding's premier cocktail bar and pool hall—where drinks, games, and good company meet.
Jernbanecaféen
0.8 km
Straightforward, central Kolding bar by the station, serving inexpensive drinks in a relaxed, lived‑in setting from midday until the early hours.
Vegas Bet & Beer
0.8 km
Straightforward beers, sports on screen and easygoing local banter in a compact bar at the heart of Kolding’s historic centre.
Knuds Garage
0.8 km
Garage‑themed neighborhood bar in central Kolding with affordable drinks, board games, foosball and a cozy courtyard that turns evenings into easygoing social nights.
Jazz 6000
1.0 km
Intimate jazz stronghold in Kolding, presenting adventurous live concerts and collaborations that bring Danish jazz up close in a relaxed club atmosphere.
Papegøjen
1.1 km
A no-frills corner bodega in central Kolding where cold beer, card games and easy conversation keep the classic Danish pub culture very much alive.
Drop-inn ( 75 50 34 92 )
1.1 km
Unpretentious Kolding bodega in a former girls’ school, serving cold beer, nostalgic “mormor” music and everyday hygge in a cosy red-brick corner bar.
Snapstinget
1.7 km
One of Kolding’s oldest pubs, Snapstinget pairs ice-cold beer with billiards, darts and a warmly local atmosphere on a quiet street off the city’s sports grounds.
Daddys's Pub
1.9 km
Cosy neighborhood pub on Tvedvej in Kolding, serving cold beers, bar‑side conversation and a generous dose of everyday Danish hygge from late morning into the evening.
Nightclubs & after hour spots
Koldingtivet Engen
0.5 km
Compact Kolding disco where locals pack the dance floor, mainstream hits fill the speakers and late-night energy turns a modest venue into a full-bodied club night.
Discoteque Tordenskiold
0.6 km
Kolding's legendary two-floor discotheque and cultural institution since 1973.
Mørks Kælder
0.7 km
Modern basement nightclub in central Kolding, pouring drinks and classic dance tunes for a grown-up crowd late into the weekend night.
Pitstop
0.9 km
Small, central and loud, Pitstop is Kolding’s alternative live music stronghold, blending intimate gigs, late-night dancing and laid-back bar vibes in a historic building.
Tucan Swinger & wellness Club
8.8 km
Adults-only swinger and wellness retreat in rural Jutland, blending erotic exploration, spa comforts and themed rooms in a discreet, rules-based environment.
Fishi
14.0 km
Compact, no-frills nightclub in Vejen with loud beats, simple drinks and a friendly small-town crowd that keeps the dance floor moving late into the night.
AHA Livestage
19.9 km
Intimate live music and cocktail-driven nightlife in the heart of Fredericia, where high-quality sound and curated events turn selected evenings into standout parties.
Crazy Daisy Vejen
21.0 km
High-energy disco club in central Vejen, bringing late-night music, dancing and big-city nightclub vibes to a compact South Jutland town.
NOX Network Ltd.
21.3 km
Small-city Danish nightclub in Vejle with a central dance floor, upbeat chart music, and a straightforward, late-night party atmosphere.
temabar APS 23-05
24.1 km
Tropical vibes and late-night dancing in Vejle's energetic weekend hotspot.
Horsens New Style Dance Club
42.0 km
Horsens' premier line dancing venue where beginners and advanced dancers unite in movement and community.
Liglad Day & Nightlife
44.6 km
Compact late-night club on Grindsted’s main street, mixing local vibes, DJs and simple drinks for weekend nights that run into the early hours.
PDD
46.4 km
Compact, no-frills nightclub on Lindvigsvej in Horsens, offering late-night dancing, simple drinks and an intimate, local-party atmosphere on weekends.
Oskar hossman
47.0 km
Compact, high-energy nightclub in central Horsens, where pulsing beats, colourful lights and a sociable crowd define the city’s after-hours heartbeat.
Sölibat Natklub
47.4 km
Late-night, no-frills clubbing in central Horsens, where loud music, simple drinks and a compact dance floor create an unapologetically local party vibe.
For the vibe & atmosphere seeker
- Relaxing
- Tranquil
- Scenic
- Casual
- Unique
- Fun-filled
For the design and aesthetic lover
- Modern Designs
- Rustic Designs
For the architecture buff
- Parks & Gardens
For the view chaser and sunset hunter
- Iconic Views
- Panoramas
- Sunset Spots
For the social media creator & influencer
- Photo Spots
- Selfie Spots
- Reel-Friendly
- Architectural Shots
For the eco-conscious traveler
- Low Impact
- Public-Transport Accessible
- Leave-No-Trace Critical
- Locally Managed
For the kind of experience you’re after
- Mindfulness
- Photowalk
- Nature Escape
- Roadtrip Stop
- Day Trip
For how adventurous you want the journey to be
- Easy Access
Location Audience
- Family Friendly
- Senior Friendly
- Child Friendly
- Teen Friendly
- Solo Friendly
- Couple Friendly
- Solo Female Friendly
- Vegetarian Friendly
- Vegan Friendly
